"The Perfect Historical Primer"
Courage is a virtue often desired yet one that is hard to put into practice. Why is this so? In some cases, it is due to danger that we find ourselves in. In other instances, we find ourselves in no … Read More »
In 1783, when the United States’ independence was officially recognized by Great Britain, the American people set about the task of building a new government. The process was long and, at times, arduous. In 1789, a new Constitution was ratified … Read More »
Back in the early days of the American Republic, a social tradition existed which provided a way to save face and address personal disputes honorably: the duel. When one gentleman’s honor was insulted by another gentleman, the two might agree … Read More »
The War of 1812 is sometimes refered to as “Mr. Madison’s War” due to the fact that the administration of James Madison was the primary place of pro-war sentiment. However, if one man could be credited with the start of … Read More »
It is often a habit for Americans to place our Revolutionary triumphs on a pedestal while ignoring or belittling our stinging defeats in the War for Independence. While we can hardly claim that our side was as victorious as we … Read More »
Poetry is, like any writing, a tool in the hand of the poet, and at times, can be used as a weapon in the hand of a crusader. It has often been said that “The pen is mightier than the … Read More »
In honor of President’s Day, I will be highlighting one of my personal favorite Presidents: John Quincy Adams. Arguably, John Quincy Adams was one of the worst Presidents in American history. His administration was a failure and he along with … Read More »
History has, in a very small way, been made today. I have written my first blogpost with a Latin title. I could easily have titled it in English but let’s face it: Latin is cooler. “Ubi decus moritur, homo est … Read More »
The pages of history are filled with stories of zealous patriots who fought passionately for things that they firmly believed in. However, among the zealous stand the apathetic. History does not remember these apathetic half-hearted figures quite so well as … Read More »
As we excitedly explore the pages of American history we meet a vast variety of characters. Some are “good guys”, a few are “bad guys” and others are simply “Americans”. We can learn much from these characters and their stories. … Read More »